Women's Issues: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Ten Abortion Arguments
Many points come up in the abortion debate. Here's a look at abortion from both sides - ten arguments for abortion and ten arguments against abortion - twenty statements in all - covering a range of issues including teen pregnancy, rape and incest, post-abortion stress, health concerns and complications, and whether abortion is moral.
Many points come up in the abortion debate. Here's a look at abortion from both sides - ten arguments for abortion and ten arguments against abortion - twenty statements in all - covering a range of issues including teen pregnancy, rape and incest, post-abortion stress, health concerns and complications, and whether abortion is moral.
What is a cougar?
What is a cougar, and how old are cougar women? What is the age difference between a cougar and the men she pursues? Definition of a cougar woman, plus several real-life examples of Hollywood cougar couples.
What is a cougar, and how old are cougar women? What is the age difference between a cougar and the men she pursues? Definition of a cougar woman, plus several real-life examples of Hollywood cougar couples.
Viagra & Women's Sexuality
Although men take Viagra, women experience its effects since it takes two to tango. A drug intended for men, the impact of Viagra on women and female sexuality has been enormous. Viagra, women, and the drug's effect on women's sex lives is the focus of an interview with Meika Loe, author of "The Rise of Viagra."
Although men take Viagra, women experience its effects since it takes two to tango. A drug intended for men, the impact of Viagra on women and female sexuality has been enormous. Viagra, women, and the drug's effect on women's sex lives is the focus of an interview with Meika Loe, author of "The Rise of Viagra."
Ten Teen Pregnancy Facts
Statistics and facts on teenage pregnancies in the United States.
Statistics and facts on teenage pregnancies in the United States.
Top 10 Abortion Facts
Abortion facts including annual abortion statistics in the U.S. Essential abortion facts for pro-choice and pro-life advocates.
Abortion facts including annual abortion statistics in the U.S. Essential abortion facts for pro-choice and pro-life advocates.
Men View Women as Objects
Men are more likely to view women as sex objects after seeing sexy images such as photos of women in bikinis, according to a study by psychologist Susan Fiske.
Men are more likely to view women as sex objects after seeing sexy images such as photos of women in bikinis, according to a study by psychologist Susan Fiske.
Romeo and Juliet Laws
Romeo and Juliet - Shakespeare's famous teenage couple - are more than star-crossed lovers. They're lending their names to Romeo and Juliet laws - legislation enacted by states that attempts to legally define the difference between child molestation and sex between consenting teenagers.What Romen and Juliet laws mean for teens.
Romeo and Juliet - Shakespeare's famous teenage couple - are more than star-crossed lovers. They're lending their names to Romeo and Juliet laws - legislation enacted by states that attempts to legally define the difference between child molestation and sex between consenting teenagers.What Romen and Juliet laws mean for teens.
Teen Pregnancy Rates By State
A list of the top ten states with the highest teenage pregnancy rates and highest birth rates among females age 15-19 in the U.S.
A list of the top ten states with the highest teenage pregnancy rates and highest birth rates among females age 15-19 in the U.S.
Profile of Michelle Obama
A biography and profile of Michelle Obama, wife of presidential candidate and Illinois Senator Barack Obama.
A biography and profile of Michelle Obama, wife of presidential candidate and Illinois Senator Barack Obama.
Qualities of Women Leaders
What are the qualities of women leaders? Is there a gender difference between male and female leadership? Are there leadership qualities unique to women?
What are the qualities of women leaders? Is there a gender difference between male and female leadership? Are there leadership qualities unique to women?
Top 10 Priceless Gifts For Mom
Give Mom a gift she really wants - your time and effort spent on something she'll truly appreciate. All it takes is some planning and preparation, and best of all, it's free.
Give Mom a gift she really wants - your time and effort spent on something she'll truly appreciate. All it takes is some planning and preparation, and best of all, it's free.
Sarah Palin - Republican Game-Changing VP Choice Took the Country By Storm
Sarah Palin was the first female Republican VP candidate and a polarizing figure who initially won over women and later alienated many voters with her divisive rhetoric.
Sarah Palin was the first female Republican VP candidate and a polarizing figure who initially won over women and later alienated many voters with her divisive rhetoric.
Rihanna & Chris Brown Assault
Chris Brown's assault of pop singer Rihanna put teen dating violence in the spotlight, revealing that celebrities are not immune to domestic violence.
Chris Brown's assault of pop singer Rihanna put teen dating violence in the spotlight, revealing that celebrities are not immune to domestic violence.
Women in Congress 2009
There's a record number of women in Congress in 2009, including the highest number of women senators ever.
There's a record number of women in Congress in 2009, including the highest number of women senators ever.
Why Women Choose Abortion
A look at why women choose abortion and the most commonly given reasons why women have an abortion.
A look at why women choose abortion and the most commonly given reasons why women have an abortion.
Prostitution Statistics & Rape
Rape and physical abuse of prostitutes are all too common in the sex trade. Prostitution statistics reveal that most have endured childhood sexual abuse and face a similar situation in adulthood. Yet the legal system turned a blind eye to prostitutes who've been raped, until the case of Aileen Wuornos made headlines.
Rape and physical abuse of prostitutes are all too common in the sex trade. Prostitution statistics reveal that most have endured childhood sexual abuse and face a similar situation in adulthood. Yet the legal system turned a blind eye to prostitutes who've been raped, until the case of Aileen Wuornos made headlines.
Teen Pregnancy In the U.S.
A look at teen pregnancy in the U.S., including facts and statistics and media coverage of teen pregnancies making headlines.
A look at teen pregnancy in the U.S., including facts and statistics and media coverage of teen pregnancies making headlines.
10 Facts on Teen Dating Abuse
Ten facts about teen dating violence and statistics on dating abuse in adolescent relationships.
Ten facts about teen dating violence and statistics on dating abuse in adolescent relationships.
Teen Abortion Rates By State
A list of the top ten states in the US that have the highest abortion rates among teenagers age 15-19.
A list of the top ten states in the US that have the highest abortion rates among teenagers age 15-19.
Profile of Sarah Palin
A profile of Sarah Palin, the first woman to be nominated Vice President by the Republican Party. Sarah Palin was chosen by John McCain to be his running mate for the 2008 election.
A profile of Sarah Palin, the first woman to be nominated Vice President by the Republican Party. Sarah Palin was chosen by John McCain to be his running mate for the 2008 election.
Keeping Your Name
Fewer and fewer women are keeping their maiden name after marriage. Who are the women who keep their names, and why do they make this choice? Do they ever change their minds and take their husband's name? The personal and political implications that shape the decision.
Fewer and fewer women are keeping their maiden name after marriage. Who are the women who keep their names, and why do they make this choice? Do they ever change their minds and take their husband's name? The personal and political implications that shape the decision.
Teen Pregnancy Pact
At Gloucester High school, an alleged teenage pregnancy pact has resulted in 17 pregnancies at the school this past year. Why do teens choose to become pregnant, and what are the other issues that complicate the situation?
At Gloucester High school, an alleged teenage pregnancy pact has resulted in 17 pregnancies at the school this past year. Why do teens choose to become pregnant, and what are the other issues that complicate the situation?
"Scared of Santa" Book Review
Book review of "Scared of Santa," a compilation of family photos of children terrified by their visit with Santa Claus.
Book review of "Scared of Santa," a compilation of family photos of children terrified by their visit with Santa Claus.
Pop Culture and Teen Pregnancy
Pop culture and media depictions of teen pregnancy are everywhere - in film, television, documentaries, and in the news.
Pop culture and media depictions of teen pregnancy are everywhere - in film, television, documentaries, and in the news.
Types of Abortion
What are the different types of abortion and how far along can you be to have an abortion?
What are the different types of abortion and how far along can you be to have an abortion?
What Is Cyberstalking?
Definition of cyberstalking and examples of the forms it can take.
Definition of cyberstalking and examples of the forms it can take.
When Women Cry at Work
When women cry at work, is it a career killer? Is crying a sign of weakness? We all believe we won't be taken seriously if we're seen crying in the workplace. But is this true, and is there ever a situation in which crying can be beneficial?
When women cry at work, is it a career killer? Is crying a sign of weakness? We all believe we won't be taken seriously if we're seen crying in the workplace. But is this true, and is there ever a situation in which crying can be beneficial?
Women on Supreme Court
A look at the history of women on the Supreme Court, including the first female justice Sandra Day O'Connor and the second female justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
A look at the history of women on the Supreme Court, including the first female justice Sandra Day O'Connor and the second female justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
Why Teens Choose Abortion
A look at the reasons why teens choose abortion, and the role that parental involvement and access to abortion services play in the decision-making.
A look at the reasons why teens choose abortion, and the role that parental involvement and access to abortion services play in the decision-making.
Cyberstalking Facts & Stats
Facts and statistics on cyberstalking and women
Facts and statistics on cyberstalking and women
Prostitution and Sex Workers
Statistics, anecdotal stories, and real life accounts of prostitution and sex workers' experiences as prostitutes in the sex trade. What prostitution does to women who work in the sex trade industry, and why sex workers are at greater risk of injury, abuse, rape, and even death.
Statistics, anecdotal stories, and real life accounts of prostitution and sex workers' experiences as prostitutes in the sex trade. What prostitution does to women who work in the sex trade industry, and why sex workers are at greater risk of injury, abuse, rape, and even death.
High Paying Jobs for Women
Despite a very real gender-based wage gap, in some jobs women often earn more than men. High paying jobs for women frequently revolve around non-traditional jobs, and in career fields where women are scarce, they can earn more than their male counterparts.
Despite a very real gender-based wage gap, in some jobs women often earn more than men. High paying jobs for women frequently revolve around non-traditional jobs, and in career fields where women are scarce, they can earn more than their male counterparts.
"Juno" and Teen Pregnancy
The Academy Award-nominated comedy "Juno" has a lot to say about teen pregnancy, abortion and choice. The problem is, very little of it is realistic.
The Academy Award-nominated comedy "Juno" has a lot to say about teen pregnancy, abortion and choice. The problem is, very little of it is realistic.
My Mother's Greatest Gift
In mother daughter relationships, it often takes years for women to realize what "my mother's greatest gift to me" may have been.
In mother daughter relationships, it often takes years for women to realize what "my mother's greatest gift to me" may have been.
Sex With the Boss
Sex with the boss may sound exciting, dangerous, and romantic, but an office affair with the boss can cause resentment from co-workers, impact both your careers, and is a bad idea all around.
Sex with the boss may sound exciting, dangerous, and romantic, but an office affair with the boss can cause resentment from co-workers, impact both your careers, and is a bad idea all around.
What is Healthy Family Act?
The Healthy Families Act is a bill introduced by Rep. Rosa DeLauro which provides up to seven days of paid sick leave to employees in businesses employing 15 or more people.
The Healthy Families Act is a bill introduced by Rep. Rosa DeLauro which provides up to seven days of paid sick leave to employees in businesses employing 15 or more people.
Feminism in India
How different is feminism in India from feminism in the West? Author and Indian feminist Sarojini Sahoo explains how Eastern feminism has an additional hurdle to overcome - tigher restrictions on female sexuality - and why women are the victims of cultural practices such as bride burning and dowry killings.
How different is feminism in India from feminism in the West? Author and Indian feminist Sarojini Sahoo explains how Eastern feminism has an additional hurdle to overcome - tigher restrictions on female sexuality - and why women are the victims of cultural practices such as bride burning and dowry killings.
Susan Rice Profile
A biography and profile of Susan Rice, nominated by President-elect Barack Obama as the US Ambassador to the United Nations.
A biography and profile of Susan Rice, nominated by President-elect Barack Obama as the US Ambassador to the United Nations.
Moms With Sons - Teen Driving
For moms with sons, it's especially important that teens learn responsible driving habits from you. The statistics about teen driving, why gender matters with teen drivers, and how passengers can affect a teen driver's risk-taking.
For moms with sons, it's especially important that teens learn responsible driving habits from you. The statistics about teen driving, why gender matters with teen drivers, and how passengers can affect a teen driver's risk-taking.
Stalking Online: Cyberstalking
Advances in technology have allowed stalking to go online, with perpetrators accessing personal information. Read about examples of cyberstalking and individual stories.
Advances in technology have allowed stalking to go online, with perpetrators accessing personal information. Read about examples of cyberstalking and individual stories.
ProstitutionVictimlessCrime
Is prostitution a victimless crime? The answers given by men and women expose a gender gap in opinion. Prostitution does not empower women but exposes them to greater violence and abuse. Opinions and facts provided by women who have studied the sex trade industry, along with quotes from a former prostitute.
Is prostitution a victimless crime? The answers given by men and women expose a gender gap in opinion. Prostitution does not empower women but exposes them to greater violence and abuse. Opinions and facts provided by women who have studied the sex trade industry, along with quotes from a former prostitute.
What is an ectopic pregnancy?
What is an ectopic pregnancy? Here's a brief answer with resources for more in-depth information.
What is an ectopic pregnancy? Here's a brief answer with resources for more in-depth information.
Cyberstalking Prevention Tips
Learn the 12 tips to protect yourself from cyberstalking.
Learn the 12 tips to protect yourself from cyberstalking.
What is an order of protection
What is an order of protection? Definition of the legal term, and an explanation of how to get an order of protection.
What is an order of protection? Definition of the legal term, and an explanation of how to get an order of protection.
Who's More Likely to Vote?
Who is more likely to vote, women or men? Are there gender differences in voter turnout between women and men? Do more women vote than men? A look at women voters in presidential elections, percentages of those who vote, demographic groups in which voter turnout is the greatest, and whether or not the fact that women vote more than men holds true across race and ethnic backgrounds.
Who is more likely to vote, women or men? Are there gender differences in voter turnout between women and men? Do more women vote than men? A look at women voters in presidential elections, percentages of those who vote, demographic groups in which voter turnout is the greatest, and whether or not the fact that women vote more than men holds true across race and ethnic backgrounds.
Hillary Clinton - Woman of the Year and Glass Ceiling Cracker
Hillary Clinton got closer than any runner-up for a major party nomination in history, and has the 18 million cracks in the glass ceiling to prove that a woman running for president isn't a side show but the main attraction - a political precedent that makes 2008 her red-letter year.
Hillary Clinton got closer than any runner-up for a major party nomination in history, and has the 18 million cracks in the glass ceiling to prove that a woman running for president isn't a side show but the main attraction - a political precedent that makes 2008 her red-letter year.
"Perfect Girls" Book Review
Book review of "Perfect Girls, Starving Daughters" by Courtney E. Martin
Book review of "Perfect Girls, Starving Daughters" by Courtney E. Martin
Black Women and the Church
What is the role of African American women in the black church? In a typical black church the majority of the congregation is female and the pastor in the pulpit is male. Black women have long been recognized as the backbone of the church, yet they are rarely spiritual leaders. What do black women think of this situation?
What is the role of African American women in the black church? In a typical black church the majority of the congregation is female and the pastor in the pulpit is male. Black women have long been recognized as the backbone of the church, yet they are rarely spiritual leaders. What do black women think of this situation?
Girlfriend Instinct
Is there value in female friendships? As women we are more social, more community focused, collaborative, and less competitive than men - and the need for girlfriends is part of our DNA.
Is there value in female friendships? As women we are more social, more community focused, collaborative, and less competitive than men - and the need for girlfriends is part of our DNA.
Palin's Children's Names
What's the meaning behind Sarah Palin's children's names? Why do they have such unusual names?
What's the meaning behind Sarah Palin's children's names? Why do they have such unusual names?
Pregnant Man's Story
A pregnant man? A transgender husband becomes a pregnant dad in the unique story of Thomas and Nancy. The couple wanted a baby, but Nancy's hysterectomy made childbirth impossible for her. So the married couple decided that Thomas - born female and but now legally male - would carry the baby.
A pregnant man? A transgender husband becomes a pregnant dad in the unique story of Thomas and Nancy. The couple wanted a baby, but Nancy's hysterectomy made childbirth impossible for her. So the married couple decided that Thomas - born female and but now legally male - would carry the baby.
Rape on Campus Rarely Reported
Rapes on campus are rarely reported by female college students, and the reasons why have a lot to do with "blaming the victim."
Rapes on campus are rarely reported by female college students, and the reasons why have a lot to do with "blaming the victim."
Body Image on BBC America
Girls, teens and women confront body image issues every day. With the U.S. premiere of five separate documentaries, BBC America explores Hollywood-style extreme weight loss, teenage obesity, breast enlargement, breast reduction, and gender identification through the eyes of a teen dealing with transsexuality.
Girls, teens and women confront body image issues every day. With the U.S. premiere of five separate documentaries, BBC America explores Hollywood-style extreme weight loss, teenage obesity, breast enlargement, breast reduction, and gender identification through the eyes of a teen dealing with transsexuality.
Online Communities for Moms
Becoming a mother is one of the major events in a woman's life. Online communities for moms and social networking sites for moms give you the opportunity to connect with other women going through the same thing you are - raising a child. And websites for new mothers offer support, advice, and answers to the many questions of motherhood.
Becoming a mother is one of the major events in a woman's life. Online communities for moms and social networking sites for moms give you the opportunity to connect with other women going through the same thing you are - raising a child. And websites for new mothers offer support, advice, and answers to the many questions of motherhood.
Shirley Chisholm
Shirley Chisholm made history in 1972 as the first black woman to run for president, 35 years before Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama battled it out for the 2008 Democratic presidential nomination.
Shirley Chisholm made history in 1972 as the first black woman to run for president, 35 years before Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama battled it out for the 2008 Democratic presidential nomination.
Math Science Gender Gap
Women lag behind men in science careers in part because academic and research institutions give subtle cues to women that may discourage them. That's according to a renowned microbiologist who encourages women to pursue science careers, and advocates for an environment welcoming to female researchers.
Women lag behind men in science careers in part because academic and research institutions give subtle cues to women that may discourage them. That's according to a renowned microbiologist who encourages women to pursue science careers, and advocates for an environment welcoming to female researchers.
Tina Fey and Political Satire
Tina Fey brought political satire on Saturday Night Live to new levels in 2008 with her spot-on impersonation of Sarah Palin and her pro-Hillary Clinton sketches.
Tina Fey brought political satire on Saturday Night Live to new levels in 2008 with her spot-on impersonation of Sarah Palin and her pro-Hillary Clinton sketches.
Surviving Divorce
What do you do if you think your husband is cheating on you? Advice on surviving divorce, dealing with infidelity and cheating, and how to get back into dating when you're newly single after a divorce.
What do you do if you think your husband is cheating on you? Advice on surviving divorce, dealing with infidelity and cheating, and how to get back into dating when you're newly single after a divorce.
What is the Hyde Amendment?
A description of the 1976 Hyde Amendment restricting federal funding for abortions, and its impact on abortion today.
A description of the 1976 Hyde Amendment restricting federal funding for abortions, and its impact on abortion today.
Cyberstalking and Women
Facts and statistics about cyberstalking and women. A look at cybercrimes against women and advice for women on how to deal with cyberstalkers.
Facts and statistics about cyberstalking and women. A look at cybercrimes against women and advice for women on how to deal with cyberstalkers.
Teen Pregnancy Reality Show
One woman who's had plenty of experience raising teens and young adults decided to participate in the ultimate teachable moment - a reality show intended to show teens what it's really like to be parents and care for a baby.
One woman who's had plenty of experience raising teens and young adults decided to participate in the ultimate teachable moment - a reality show intended to show teens what it's really like to be parents and care for a baby.
A Cyberstalking Victim's Story
A victim of cyberstalking, one woman tells the story of how she eventually became an expert and advocate for others.
A victim of cyberstalking, one woman tells the story of how she eventually became an expert and advocate for others.
Alt Crafts & Craft Communities
Modern alternative 'alt' crafting is very different from what our mothers or grandmothers created, yet it comes from the same impulse - to make something by hand that is enduring and unique. Craft communities, both online and offline, have evolved around the alt craft movement, and offer helpful advice, free patterns, and a place to meet others who share the same interests. Some even offer opportunities to buy and sell handmade goods.
Modern alternative 'alt' crafting is very different from what our mothers or grandmothers created, yet it comes from the same impulse - to make something by hand that is enduring and unique. Craft communities, both online and offline, have evolved around the alt craft movement, and offer helpful advice, free patterns, and a place to meet others who share the same interests. Some even offer opportunities to buy and sell handmade goods.
The Mother of Reality Television - Mary-Ellis Bunim
The Mother of Reality TV -- Mary-Ellis Bunim
The Mother of Reality TV -- Mary-Ellis Bunim
Grass Ceiling: Women Play Golf
At upper management levels, a successful career path frequently leads to the golf course. Playing golf is an essential skill for business professionals, and women who don't know how to play golf often find they're excluded in other areas of business. Playing golf is the right course of action for many executive women.
At upper management levels, a successful career path frequently leads to the golf course. Playing golf is an essential skill for business professionals, and women who don't know how to play golf often find they're excluded in other areas of business. Playing golf is the right course of action for many executive women.
The Wives Of Polygamists
The alleged forced marriages in the Yearning for Zion polygamist sect focused attention on the lives of women living under polygamy.
The alleged forced marriages in the Yearning for Zion polygamist sect focused attention on the lives of women living under polygamy.
Cyberstalking & Spyware
Cyberstalking is surprisingly easy, thanks to readily available spyware sold online. To ensure privacy protection, here's what you need to watch out for.
Cyberstalking is surprisingly easy, thanks to readily available spyware sold online. To ensure privacy protection, here's what you need to watch out for.
Health Care Reform and Women
A look at how the health care reform bill passed by the House of Representatives in November 2009 benefits women and children.
A look at how the health care reform bill passed by the House of Representatives in November 2009 benefits women and children.
History of Title IX
History of the passage of Title IX including the stories of Patsy Mink and Edith Green who co-authored Title IX, and their experiences of gender discrimination which led to this groundbreaking legislation.
History of the passage of Title IX including the stories of Patsy Mink and Edith Green who co-authored Title IX, and their experiences of gender discrimination which led to this groundbreaking legislation.
Hyde Amendment & Abortion
Information on the Hyde Amendment which set in place abortion restrictions that negatively impacted poor women's access to reproductive choice.
Information on the Hyde Amendment which set in place abortion restrictions that negatively impacted poor women's access to reproductive choice.
How Cyberstalkers Obtain Info
Learn how cyberstalkers obtain your personal information, and why legislation is needed that is current with the technology that enables cyberstalking to occur without repercussions.
Learn how cyberstalkers obtain your personal information, and why legislation is needed that is current with the technology that enables cyberstalking to occur without repercussions.
Empty Nest Syndrome
When a child leaves for college, it's particularly hard for women who see themselves as friends first, mothers second, to let go.
When a child leaves for college, it's particularly hard for women who see themselves as friends first, mothers second, to let go.
Moms, Sons & Cooking With Boys
A mom with sons explains with teaching boys cooking not only provides them with valuable life skills, but also creates bonding opportunities and shows them that neither cooking nor the kitchen is for women only.
A mom with sons explains with teaching boys cooking not only provides them with valuable life skills, but also creates bonding opportunities and shows them that neither cooking nor the kitchen is for women only.
Ovarian Cancer Survivor Story
A diagnosis of ovarian cancer is frightening, but the disease isn't always fatal, as these ovarian cancer survivor stories reveal.
A diagnosis of ovarian cancer is frightening, but the disease isn't always fatal, as these ovarian cancer survivor stories reveal.
Datafurnishing
Definition of datafurnishing and how the acquisition and use of your personal information affects you and makes you vulnerable to cyberstalking.
Definition of datafurnishing and how the acquisition and use of your personal information affects you and makes you vulnerable to cyberstalking.
Women's Issues - Articles
An index of articles for the Women's Issues guide site.
An index of articles for the Women's Issues guide site.
Tween Dating Abuse
Facts on tween dating abuse and violence, and statistics on tweens and dating violence.
Facts on tween dating abuse and violence, and statistics on tweens and dating violence.
Elizabeth Blackburn
A look at Dr. Elizabeth Blackburn, a Nobel prize winner who is as dedicated to her work as a scientist and researcher as her role as a mother.
A look at Dr. Elizabeth Blackburn, a Nobel prize winner who is as dedicated to her work as a scientist and researcher as her role as a mother.
Ann E. Dunwoody - First Four-Star Female General
First female four-star general Ann E. Dunwoody
First female four-star general Ann E. Dunwoody
Fortune 500 Women CEOs
If success is measured by heading up a Fortune 500 company, then these 15 women CEOs are the top female CEOs.
If success is measured by heading up a Fortune 500 company, then these 15 women CEOs are the top female CEOs.
Pelvic inflammatory disease
What is pelvic inflammatory disease? How does it relate to sexually-transmitted diseases (STDs) and can it affect a woman's ability to become pregnant?
What is pelvic inflammatory disease? How does it relate to sexually-transmitted diseases (STDs) and can it affect a woman's ability to become pregnant?
Women's Vote in 2008 Election
With presidential candidates scrambling for the women's vote in the 2008 election, why did the choice of Sarah Palin as VP fail to get the women's vote?
With presidential candidates scrambling for the women's vote in the 2008 election, why did the choice of Sarah Palin as VP fail to get the women's vote?
Obama's Position on Abortion
What is Obama's position on abortion?
What is Obama's position on abortion?
US Ready For Female President?
Is the U.S. ready for a female President? Some say America is ready for a female president, while others disagree.
Is the U.S. ready for a female President? Some say America is ready for a female president, while others disagree.
"Lust in Translation" Review
Book review of "Lust in Translation" by Pamela Druckerman, a funny and light-hearted look at adultery around the world - from Tokyo to Tennessee - written by a former Wall Street Journal reporter. The book reveals the truth behind many myths surrounding infidelity, including the fact that Americans cheat far less on their spouses than popular culture would have you believe.
Book review of "Lust in Translation" by Pamela Druckerman, a funny and light-hearted look at adultery around the world - from Tokyo to Tennessee - written by a former Wall Street Journal reporter. The book reveals the truth behind many myths surrounding infidelity, including the fact that Americans cheat far less on their spouses than popular culture would have you believe.
Dangerous Myth Promotes Rape
The Virgin Cure is the mistaken belief that having sex with a female virgin will cure AIDS and/or STDs.
The Virgin Cure is the mistaken belief that having sex with a female virgin will cure AIDS and/or STDs.
Working Women & Congress 09
Equal pay and the rights of working women are a priority of Congress in 2009 now that there's a Democratic majority in both houses.
Equal pay and the rights of working women are a priority of Congress in 2009 now that there's a Democratic majority in both houses.
Tina Fey - The Impersonation That Reversed the 'Palin Effect'
Days after Sarah Palin was chosen to be John McCain's running mate, many remarked on Tina Fey's uncanny resemblance to the VP nominee. The similarities brought the NBC sitcom star back to her former show, Saturday Night Live, to star in a series of political sketches that skewered the VP candidate and in part reversed the 'Palin Effect.'
Days after Sarah Palin was chosen to be John McCain's running mate, many remarked on Tina Fey's uncanny resemblance to the VP nominee. The similarities brought the NBC sitcom star back to her former show, Saturday Night Live, to star in a series of political sketches that skewered the VP candidate and in part reversed the 'Palin Effect.'
Tween Dating Relationships
A July 2008 study of tween dating relationships and sexuality finds that tweens are more sexually active than parents realize.
A July 2008 study of tween dating relationships and sexuality finds that tweens are more sexually active than parents realize.
High School Confidential
A review of the WE tv series "High School Confidential," an 8 hour documentary that looks at what high school is really like from the perspective of 12 teenage girls from freshman through senior year.
A review of the WE tv series "High School Confidential," an 8 hour documentary that looks at what high school is really like from the perspective of 12 teenage girls from freshman through senior year.
Death of a Child
Mothers who experience the death of a child find different ways to survive the pain and grief. For one California woman surviving the loss of a child, writing in an online journal about her son's life and death helps her and other parents to endure and perhaps heal.
Mothers who experience the death of a child find different ways to survive the pain and grief. For one California woman surviving the loss of a child, writing in an online journal about her son's life and death helps her and other parents to endure and perhaps heal.
Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act
The long and difficult road faced by supporters of the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act in getting the anti-pay discrimination bill passed.
The long and difficult road faced by supporters of the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act in getting the anti-pay discrimination bill passed.
Obama on Teen Pregnancy
Obama's position on preventing teen pregnancy
Obama's position on preventing teen pregnancy
Moms, Sons & Eating Disorders
A mom with sons weighs in on whether or not boys are influenced by seeing their moms diet, worry about food and self-image, or struggle with eating disorders.
A mom with sons weighs in on whether or not boys are influenced by seeing their moms diet, worry about food and self-image, or struggle with eating disorders.
States Push Octomom Bill
Dubbed the "Octomom Bill," similar legislation introduced in a handful of states have the same intent - to limit the number of embryos implanted in a woman. The nickname refers to Nadya Suleman, the mother of octuplets who - through in vitro fertilization - gave birth to far more children than she could afford.
Dubbed the "Octomom Bill," similar legislation introduced in a handful of states have the same intent - to limit the number of embryos implanted in a woman. The nickname refers to Nadya Suleman, the mother of octuplets who - through in vitro fertilization - gave birth to far more children than she could afford.
Doris Lessing a Feminist?
With the Nobel Prize in Literature awarded to Doris Lessing in 2007, feminists were quick to embrace her as one of their own. Yet the author of the influential novel "The Golden Notebook" doesn't much care for the label - or the women's movement.
With the Nobel Prize in Literature awarded to Doris Lessing in 2007, feminists were quick to embrace her as one of their own. Yet the author of the influential novel "The Golden Notebook" doesn't much care for the label - or the women's movement.
Madelyn Dunham Obama's Grandma
Profile of Madelyn Payne Dunham, Barack Obama's grandmother
Profile of Madelyn Payne Dunham, Barack Obama's grandmother
Katie Couric - Last in Ratings But TV's Highest-Paid Anchor
Katie Couric may be last in the ratings, but she's TV's highest-paid anchor. And in 2008, she was honored with the Edward R. Murrow Award for Best Newscast and hit paydirt on YouTube with her widely-viewed Sarah Palin interview.
Katie Couric may be last in the ratings, but she's TV's highest-paid anchor. And in 2008, she was honored with the Edward R. Murrow Award for Best Newscast and hit paydirt on YouTube with her widely-viewed Sarah Palin interview.
Sotomayor & Supreme Court
The events preceding the confirmation of Sonia Sotomayor to the Supreme Court, the controversies surrounding her nomination by President Obama, the bi-partisanship evident in her Senate confirmation process, and her historic appointment as the Court's first Hispanic justice
The events preceding the confirmation of Sonia Sotomayor to the Supreme Court, the controversies surrounding her nomination by President Obama, the bi-partisanship evident in her Senate confirmation process, and her historic appointment as the Court's first Hispanic justice
Top Women's Issues of 2008
A look at the top women's issues stories of 2008.
A look at the top women's issues stories of 2008.
Movie Review: "Juno"
A review of the movie Juno, written by Diablo Cody and directed by Jason Reitman. The film tells the story of the title character, a witty, offbeat teenager who finds out she's pregnant and decides to give the baby up for adoption.
A review of the movie Juno, written by Diablo Cody and directed by Jason Reitman. The film tells the story of the title character, a witty, offbeat teenager who finds out she's pregnant and decides to give the baby up for adoption.
Women's Issues Fiction Books
Recommended women's issues books covering friendships and mother/daughter relationships, issues facing teenage girls, historical fiction, science fiction and female utopias, and more.
Recommended women's issues books covering friendships and mother/daughter relationships, issues facing teenage girls, historical fiction, science fiction and female utopias, and more.
Sarah Palin, 'Girl' Candidate
Unlike Clinton in the 2008 race, Sarah Palin's been saddled with a frothy 'girl' image which harms her candidacy and diminishes women who strive to be taken seriously.
Unlike Clinton in the 2008 race, Sarah Palin's been saddled with a frothy 'girl' image which harms her candidacy and diminishes women who strive to be taken seriously.
Elective Double Mastectomy
Choosing to have a prophylactic double mastectomy had both good and bad aspects for a woman with a family history of breast cancer.
Choosing to have a prophylactic double mastectomy had both good and bad aspects for a woman with a family history of breast cancer.
Overcoming Food Addiction
Eating healthy often involves overcoming food addiction. In an interview, author and nutritionist Leanne Ely explains how eating healthy foods and making the right choices is easier than you think.
Eating healthy often involves overcoming food addiction. In an interview, author and nutritionist Leanne Ely explains how eating healthy foods and making the right choices is easier than you think.
Most Women Work in These Jobs
The occupations that employ the most women continue to fall under the 'traditional' careers for women. These jobs also employ the largest percentage of women, and the top ten occupations for women account for 28% of the female labor force.
The occupations that employ the most women continue to fall under the 'traditional' careers for women. These jobs also employ the largest percentage of women, and the top ten occupations for women account for 28% of the female labor force.
One Year After a Son's Death
On the one-year anniversary of her son's death, a mother looks back on her journey of grief, loss, and healing. Linda Siniard tells how she learned of Owen's death - just shy of his 21st birthday - how she endured the months that followed, and her memories of a son whose time with her was far too short.
On the one-year anniversary of her son's death, a mother looks back on her journey of grief, loss, and healing. Linda Siniard tells how she learned of Owen's death - just shy of his 21st birthday - how she endured the months that followed, and her memories of a son whose time with her was far too short.
First Female Baseball Player
Japan's first female professional baseball player is a 16-year-old high school student whose knuckleball got her drafted as the first woman to play pro baseball.
Japan's first female professional baseball player is a 16-year-old high school student whose knuckleball got her drafted as the first woman to play pro baseball.
Women's News Stories, Articles
Looking for news articles on important issues that impact women's lives? You can't just do an online search and type in "women's news" and find what you're looking for. Here's a list of organizations that not only have websites but also offer free subscriptions so you can keep up with substantive news about women's issues on a daily and/or weekly basis.
Looking for news articles on important issues that impact women's lives? You can't just do an online search and type in "women's news" and find what you're looking for. Here's a list of organizations that not only have websites but also offer free subscriptions so you can keep up with substantive news about women's issues on a daily and/or weekly basis.
Forgive an Unfaithful Spouse?
If you caught your husband cheating, would you forgive your unfaithful spouse? A Gallup poll reveals that most Americans would not forgive and forget.
If you caught your husband cheating, would you forgive your unfaithful spouse? A Gallup poll reveals that most Americans would not forgive and forget.
10 Facts Women-Owned Business
Statistics and facts about women-owned businesses and businesses owned by women of color - and how they compare to all firms.
Statistics and facts about women-owned businesses and businesses owned by women of color - and how they compare to all firms.
What Top Female CEOs Earn
Despite breaking through the glass ceiling, what the top female CEOs earn might surprise you. And no surprise -- female CEOs earn significantly less than men.
Despite breaking through the glass ceiling, what the top female CEOs earn might surprise you. And no surprise -- female CEOs earn significantly less than men.
Direct Selling & Women
10 facts including statistics on direct sales and women, and why women are critical to direct selling such as home party sales and door-to-door, face-to-face selling.
10 facts including statistics on direct sales and women, and why women are critical to direct selling such as home party sales and door-to-door, face-to-face selling.
What is the 19th Amendment?
The 19th amendment, also known as the Susan B. Anthony Amendment, guaranteed women the right to vote and was signed into law on August 26, 1920.
The 19th amendment, also known as the Susan B. Anthony Amendment, guaranteed women the right to vote and was signed into law on August 26, 1920.
Mom Moves In - Stats & Facts
When mom moves in, what can you expect? Statistics, trends and benefits of moms moving in with adult children are included.
When mom moves in, what can you expect? Statistics, trends and benefits of moms moving in with adult children are included.
Before You Make a Change
Change often happens when we see others accomplish what we want to do ourselves. A look at the different areas in which women implement change in their lives, and advice from those who've changed for the better.
Change often happens when we see others accomplish what we want to do ourselves. A look at the different areas in which women implement change in their lives, and advice from those who've changed for the better.
Text of Hyde Amendment
The complete text of the Hyde Amendment as it was passed in 2009.
The complete text of the Hyde Amendment as it was passed in 2009.
Moms With Sons - Stereotypes
Moms with sons have to work especially hard at avoiding stereotyping boys. Here are ways in which you can overcome boy stereotypes and counter the pressure of societal stereotypes.
Moms with sons have to work especially hard at avoiding stereotyping boys. Here are ways in which you can overcome boy stereotypes and counter the pressure of societal stereotypes.
Elizabeth Blackburn Bio
A short bio and profile of Elizabeth Blackburn, the 2009 Nobel prize winner in medicine.
A short bio and profile of Elizabeth Blackburn, the 2009 Nobel prize winner in medicine.
How to Find an Abortion Clinic
How to find an abortion clinic that offer abortion services and avoid those anti-abortion websites that appear to be pro-choice but are designed to scare women away from abortion.
How to find an abortion clinic that offer abortion services and avoid those anti-abortion websites that appear to be pro-choice but are designed to scare women away from abortion.
Unions and Women Workers
Unions benefit women workers in ways comparable to the benefits of a college education, new study reveals.
Unions benefit women workers in ways comparable to the benefits of a college education, new study reveals.
10 Facts about Child Brides
The number of child brides and child marriages worldwide is 51 million and is expected to double in the next ten years. And the social and economic impact of child marriages is widespread and overwhelmingly negative. Details on why this is so.
The number of child brides and child marriages worldwide is 51 million and is expected to double in the next ten years. And the social and economic impact of child marriages is widespread and overwhelmingly negative. Details on why this is so.
Top 10 Women's Health Issues
When it comes to women's health, these top 10 women's health issues are the top killers of women. It's important to know what they are because many are preventable.
When it comes to women's health, these top 10 women's health issues are the top killers of women. It's important to know what they are because many are preventable.
Profile of Kirsten Gillibrand
Profile of Kirsten Gillibrand, New York Governor David Paterson's pick for the US Senate.
Profile of Kirsten Gillibrand, New York Governor David Paterson's pick for the US Senate.
Women Candidates in 2008
Women candidates in 2008 were smaller in number than years past. How many women ran for public office in 2008? Not as many as you might guess.
Women candidates in 2008 were smaller in number than years past. How many women ran for public office in 2008? Not as many as you might guess.
V-Day and Vagina Monologues
What does V-Day have to do with "The Vagina Monologues" and Valentine's Day? How are the three related to playwright Eve Ensler's effort to stop violence against women and girls worldwide? Does V-Day stand for Valentine's Day?
What does V-Day have to do with "The Vagina Monologues" and Valentine's Day? How are the three related to playwright Eve Ensler's effort to stop violence against women and girls worldwide? Does V-Day stand for Valentine's Day?
"Body Clutter" Book Review
A book review of "Body Clutter: Love Your Body, Love Yourself," written by FlyLady Marla Cilley and Dinner Diva Leanne Ely.
A book review of "Body Clutter: Love Your Body, Love Yourself," written by FlyLady Marla Cilley and Dinner Diva Leanne Ely.
Rosie the Riveter
Who was Rosie the Riveter? A description of Rosie the Riveter, a World War II image created for a propaganda campaign to encourage women to work, and how she emerged as an icon of working women.
Who was Rosie the Riveter? A description of Rosie the Riveter, a World War II image created for a propaganda campaign to encourage women to work, and how she emerged as an icon of working women.
Octuplet Mom Nadya Suleman
Nadya Suleman's octuplets along with her controversial pregnancy and birth have mad her the most infamous mother in the world. After an initial flurry of support, emerging details about her in vitro fertilizations and her six previous children turned public sentiment against her.
Nadya Suleman's octuplets along with her controversial pregnancy and birth have mad her the most infamous mother in the world. After an initial flurry of support, emerging details about her in vitro fertilizations and her six previous children turned public sentiment against her.
Non-Fiction Books
Recommended women's issues non-fiction books covering a wide variety of topics of interest to women and relevant to women's lives.
Recommended women's issues non-fiction books covering a wide variety of topics of interest to women and relevant to women's lives.
Abuse & Rape Hotlines
Two national hotlines provide immediate assistance to women who have experienced domestic abuse and rape, and can link callers to local resources and help in their communities.
Two national hotlines provide immediate assistance to women who have experienced domestic abuse and rape, and can link callers to local resources and help in their communities.
Abortion Clinics Online
A list of websites that provide an online directory of abortion clinics that offer abortion services or referrals to abortion providers including links and phone numbers.
A list of websites that provide an online directory of abortion clinics that offer abortion services or referrals to abortion providers including links and phone numbers.
Why Choose Abortion?
When a woman faces an unintended pregnancy and a baby she can't raise, if she terminates her pregnancy, others may ask "Why abortion?" Why choose abortion? The answers are neither simple nor straightforward. Learn the reasons women and teens most frequently give as to why they choose abortion, and find out the statistics on who chooses abortion. Plus readers' stories on why they chose abortion and a chance to share your own experience.
When a woman faces an unintended pregnancy and a baby she can't raise, if she terminates her pregnancy, others may ask "Why abortion?" Why choose abortion? The answers are neither simple nor straightforward. Learn the reasons women and teens most frequently give as to why they choose abortion, and find out the statistics on who chooses abortion. Plus readers' stories on why they chose abortion and a chance to share your own experience.
Negative Coverage of Palin
Negative media coverage of Sarah Palin's campaign and significant gaffes made by the candidate in the first month have led to a disastrous slide in the 2008 Republican vice presidential candidate's popularity.
Negative media coverage of Sarah Palin's campaign and significant gaffes made by the candidate in the first month have led to a disastrous slide in the 2008 Republican vice presidential candidate's popularity.
Choosing Hillary
Hillary Clinton never effectively established an effective and credible identity during her presidential campaign. This was nothing new for her, as she had struggled with choosing her identity and finding her own voice through childhood and college.
Hillary Clinton never effectively established an effective and credible identity during her presidential campaign. This was nothing new for her, as she had struggled with choosing her identity and finding her own voice through childhood and college.
Top Prize Money Women's Sports
Serena Williams sets a new record as the top career prize money winner in women's sports.
Serena Williams sets a new record as the top career prize money winner in women's sports.
Shannon Hale Interview
An inteview with Shannon Hale, Newbery award-winning author of "Princess Academy"
An inteview with Shannon Hale, Newbery award-winning author of "Princess Academy"
What is CEDAW?
What is CEDAW, the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women? A description of the United Nations' international human rights treaty also known as the Treaty for the Rights of Women.
What is CEDAW, the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women? A description of the United Nations' international human rights treaty also known as the Treaty for the Rights of Women.
Equal Rights Amendment - ERA
The Equal Rights Amendment or ERA, proposed and passed by Congress but never ratified by the required number of states, guarantees the equality of rights of both women and men under the Constitution.
The Equal Rights Amendment or ERA, proposed and passed by Congress but never ratified by the required number of states, guarantees the equality of rights of both women and men under the Constitution.
Review Daughters of the North
A book review of the novel "Daughters of the North" by Sarah Hall. A young woman, living under the oppressive rule of the Authority in a police state version of a Great Britain devastated by massive flooding, plots her escape and dreams of finding the legendary community of Carhullan, hidden in the mountains and inhabited solely by women.
A book review of the novel "Daughters of the North" by Sarah Hall. A young woman, living under the oppressive rule of the Authority in a police state version of a Great Britain devastated by massive flooding, plots her escape and dreams of finding the legendary community of Carhullan, hidden in the mountains and inhabited solely by women.
Profile of Condoleezza Rice
Perhaps the most powerful woman in the Bush Administration, Dr. Condoleezza Rice has never forgotten the lessons of her upbringing. A profile of this influential Presidential advisor and Bush Cabinet member.
Perhaps the most powerful woman in the Bush Administration, Dr. Condoleezza Rice has never forgotten the lessons of her upbringing. A profile of this influential Presidential advisor and Bush Cabinet member.
Palin, Most Dangerous Woman
To understand why Sarah Palin may be the most dangerous woman in America, the decades-old story of another powerful woman - now lost to history - may hold the key.
To understand why Sarah Palin may be the most dangerous woman in America, the decades-old story of another powerful woman - now lost to history - may hold the key.
What is Title VII?
What is Title VII? An explanation the types of employment discrimination prohibited by Title VII, including gender. Special focus is given to the concerns of working women.
What is Title VII? An explanation the types of employment discrimination prohibited by Title VII, including gender. Special focus is given to the concerns of working women.
U.S. and CEDAW Ratification
If CEDAW - the Convention to Eliminate All Forms of Discrimination Against Women - is an international bill of rights for women, why won't the U.S. ratify CEDAW? A look at the reasons why, the presidents who supported it, and the groups that oppose it.
If CEDAW - the Convention to Eliminate All Forms of Discrimination Against Women - is an international bill of rights for women, why won't the U.S. ratify CEDAW? A look at the reasons why, the presidents who supported it, and the groups that oppose it.
Sexism and Clinton Campaign
The impact of sexism on Hillary Clinton's 2008 presidential campaign triggered debate on whether media bias influenced the outcome. This on top of a primary season which pitted gender against race.
The impact of sexism on Hillary Clinton's 2008 presidential campaign triggered debate on whether media bias influenced the outcome. This on top of a primary season which pitted gender against race.
Binge Eating & College
A college student who's faced Binge Eating Disorder discusses ways to avoid binge eating at college.
A college student who's faced Binge Eating Disorder discusses ways to avoid binge eating at college.
FlyLady Clears Clutter
Known to her fans as Flylady, this internet phenomenon helps women organize and declutter. Meet Flylady Marla Cilley, the woman behind the buzz.
Known to her fans as Flylady, this internet phenomenon helps women organize and declutter. Meet Flylady Marla Cilley, the woman behind the buzz.
What is the Capps Amendment?
What is the Capps Amendment, and how does it relate to health care reform and abortion?
What is the Capps Amendment, and how does it relate to health care reform and abortion?
Sarah Hall's Female Utopia
In her novel "Daughters of the North," Sarah Hall envisions a dystopian future where the only free inhabitants live in the isolated female community called Carhullan. Yet it's not a book written specifically for women. Though not written exclusively for women, Hall acknowledges that gender expectations exist in our society, and discusses feminism and female leadership in the context of her work.
In her novel "Daughters of the North," Sarah Hall envisions a dystopian future where the only free inhabitants live in the isolated female community called Carhullan. Yet it's not a book written specifically for women. Though not written exclusively for women, Hall acknowledges that gender expectations exist in our society, and discusses feminism and female leadership in the context of her work.
Bratz Dolls Off Store Shelves
The controversial Bratz Dolls, which many moms oppose, has been ordered to stop production and will be removed from store shelves in 2009.
The controversial Bratz Dolls, which many moms oppose, has been ordered to stop production and will be removed from store shelves in 2009.